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Dr. Kimberly Lavender, MD

Anesthesiologist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lavender, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Kimberly Lavender, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lavender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lavender’s office at (972) 715-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Lavender speak?

    Dr. Lavender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lavender typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lavender diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lavender. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lavender typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lavender performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lavender. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Lavender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lavender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 715-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lavender accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Lavender in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lavender's office located?

    Dr. Kimberly Lavender's Primary Practice

    1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300

    Houston, TX 77042

    (972) 715-5000

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    Dr. Kimberly Lavender's Practice 2

    1111 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 250

    The Woodlands, TX 77380

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    What is Dr. Lavender's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lavender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740570340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lavender?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lavender

    What is Dr. Kimberly Lavender's specialty?

    Dr. Lavender is an Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Kimberly Lavender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lavender is affiliated with Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic & Spine Hospital - Arlington which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kimberly Lavender accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kimberly Lavender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kimberly Lavender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lavender's office at (972) 715-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly Lavender?

    Please contact Dr. Lavender's office at (972) 715-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lavender's office located?

    Dr. Lavender's offices are located in Houston, TX and The Woodlands, TX.